Canada vs Qatar prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, June 19, 2026
In the second round of the World Cup on June 19, 2026, the national teams of Canada and Qatar will face off. After drawing their opening matches, both sides will be aiming for their first-ever World Cup victory.
Canada vs Qatar: Team News and Expert Analysis
Canada, as one of the tournament hosts, did not need to go through qualification. The team performed well in friendlies, entering the World Cup unbeaten in eight matches. Most recently, in June, they followed up a victory over Uzbekistan with a draw against Ireland. In their opening match against Bosnia, after conceding first, they deservedly leveled the score and secured their first-ever point at this level!
Qatar made their World Cup debut in 2022 as hosts. This time, they finished only fourth in the main qualification round, but topped their additional group with four points, ahead of neighbors UAE and Oman. In December, they struggled in the Arab Cup, earning just one point from three matches. In 2026, their first match was only at the end of May—a 0-1 loss to Ireland. They then drew 0-0 with El Salvador, once again failing to score. At the World Cup, they were fortunate against Switzerland, equalizing deep into added time despite trailing for most of the game. Like their upcoming opponent, this was their first-ever World Cup draw.
The North American side is very pragmatic, scoring only 0.9 goals per game while conceding just 0.5. The Middle Eastern team averages 0.6 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match.
Previous Meeting: Canada vs Qatar
The only previous friendly between these teams was in 2022, with Canada winning 2-0.
This is a rare case where Jesse Marsch's team are deservedly considered clear favorites. Expect them to win with a -1.5 goal handicap (odds – 1.85).
Canada vs Qatar: Key Stats and Trends
- Canada is unbeaten in nine consecutive matches
- 30% of Canada's matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 1.4
- Qatar has lost four of their last seven matches
- 50% of Qatar’s matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 2.0
Canada vs Qatar: Probable Starting Lineups
Canada lines up in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Diogo Silva – Laryea, Cornelius, de Fougerolles, Johnston – Millar, Eustáquio, Koné, Buchanan – Larin, David. Flores is definitely out, Davies is questionable.
Qatar lines up in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Abunada – Ahmed, Khoukhi, Ro-Ro, Al-Awi – Layeh, Gaber, Madibo – Afif, Abdurisag, Edmilson Junior.
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